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Alibaba launches AI platform for enterprises as agent craze sweeps China
Alibaba has launched Wukong, an artificial intelligence platform for businesses. This new tool aims to automate complex tasks like document editing and research. Wukong is entering China's fast-growing AI agent market. The launch follows a surge in interest for AI agent products across the country. Other major tech companies are also introducing similar offerings.
Alibaba Token Hub to consolidate, boost Group’s AI strategy
Alibaba Group has launched the Alibaba Token Hub (ATH), an AI-focused business division led by CEO Eddie Wu, consolidating key AI assets like Tongyi Laboratory and Qwen. This strategic shift separates AI operations from its cloud division, signaling a move towards a token-based monetization model for AI agents and digital assistants, with the recent launch of the Wukong platform.
Alibaba launches AI platform for enterprises as agent craze sweeps China
The platform, called Wukong, can coordinate multiple AI agents to handle complex business tasks including document editing, spreadsheet updates, meeting transcription and research within a single interface. It is currently available for invitation-only beta testing.
Tencent-backed developer unveils follow-up to hit 'Black Myth: Wukong'
Game Science, buoyed by the success of "Black Myth: Wukong", has unveiled a trailer for its sequel, "Black Myth: Zhong Kui", inspired by Chinese folklore. The trailer, featuring the imposing Zhong Kui, garnered millions of views. While fans are excited, some questioned the focus on a new project instead of Wukong DLC.
Black Myth: Zhong Kui official trailer release cements China’s gaming revolution and next global hero
Following the success of Black Myth: Wukong, China's gaming industry is set to release Black Myth: Zhong Kui, a AAA action RPG based on the legend of the ghost-catching god. Developed by Game Science, the game aims to transform Chinese cultural heritage into global intellectual property, challenging Western and Japanese dominance.
China depicts Taiwan’s leader as parasite in fiery cartoon as warships and fighter jets tighten military grip around island
China intensified tensions with Taiwan by releasing a cartoon of Taiwan's president as a parasite and conducting military drills. The People's Liberation Army released propaganda videos to show their military strength around Taiwan. Taiwan's defense ministry reported the presence of 19 Chinese warships around the island. This occurred amid the US's support for Taiwan's defense.
Open source and under control: The DeepSeek paradox
Chinese company DeepSeek sits at the intersection of two key AI debates: whether source code should be freely accessible and whether development should occur in open or controlled environments. It promotes open-source AI, with models available for modification, while operating in China, one of the world’s most tightly controlled data environments.
Did Nintendo copy "Black Myth: Wukong," the high-profile video game that earned superstar status in China? Fans vent ire on social media, want ban
Nintendo is currently stuck in a social media storm after fans of 'Black Myth: Wukong' are enraged after a 'knockoff' of the high-profile game is available at the Nintendo Store. Gaming fans are calling for an outright ban on this 'knockoff' and are demanding copyright claims to be the basis of it
Astro Bot tops the list in Game Award 2024: Check names of best games of 2024
The 2024 Game Awards spotlighted gaming’s finest, with Astro Bot securing Game of the Year and three other honours. The ceremony, held in Los Angeles, featured announcements of exciting upcoming games and celebrated titles like Metaphor: ReFantazio and Balatro across various categories. The event also highlighted inclusivity with Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown and recognised esports achievements. With its 11th edition, the Game Awards once again showcased the medium’s storytelling and creative diversity.
The Game Awards 2024: When and where to watch online. Check release date, time, nominees and categories
The Game Awards 2024 will air on December 12, 2024 at 7:30 PM EST. Viewers can tune in via social media platforms. Popular games like Astro Bot and Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth lead nominations in multiple categories.
Tencent signals slow AI monetisation; gaming drives 8% Q3 revenue growth
Tencent has intensified AI efforts over the past two years, developing services for large-language model training and deployment. It has also launched Yuanbao, a chatbot powered by its proprietary Hunyuan LLM.
'Black Myth: Wukong': Blockbuster video game faces backlash amid debate on sexism in gaming industry
A new Chinese video game, 'Black Myth: Wukong,' has sparked discussions about sexism in China's gaming industry. While the game is celebrated for its success and cultural impact, allegations of offensive online messages by its developer have surfaced. Critics highlight the broader issue of gender inequality in the male-dominated gaming sector.
Chinese video game ‘Black Myth: Wukong’ is an instant global hit, what is it all about?
Game Science, a Tencent-backed startup, made a video game called Wukong. The majority of Chinese games are played on smartphones and PCs, but the original release of Wukong was exclusive to the Sony PlayStation 5 and PCs.
Black Myth: Wukong: All you may want to know about game, release date, time, plot and platforms
Black Myth: Wukong is set for release on August 20, 2024, for PlayStation and PC. The Xbox version faces delays. Based on 'Journey to the West,' the game follows Sun Wukong’s adventures. Developed on Unreal Engine 5, it demands high-end hardware and promises visually stunning gameplay.
China goes ape over culture-boosting 'Black Myth: Wukong' video game
"Black Myth: Wukong," a video game adaptation of the classic "Journey to the West," saw 2.2 million concurrent players on its first day. Chinese state media emphasized its cultural significance for Western players, while analysts observed its potential impact on the global gaming market. Pre-sales hit 400 million yuan, marking China's first notable AAA game.
New video game release date on PlayStation 5, PC. How to play, key features
"Black Myth: Wukong" video game is releasing on PlayStation 5, and PC.
PS5, Play Station video games releasing in USA: Release dates, details and more
Gamers will have a gala time this year with the entry of some fantastic games on their Sony PlayStation 5 consoles in the coming months. Get ready to unlock some new levels with games like Tales of Kenzera: Zau, Sand Land, Black Myth: Wukong and many more.
Black Myth: Wukong: Check out action RPG’s release date, storyline, platforms and more
Chinese studio Game Science's upcoming action RPG, Black Myth: Wukong, gained unexpected hype with a 13-minute 2020 gameplay trailer, reaching over 10 million views on IGN's YouTube. Set to release on August 20, 2024, the game, inspired by 'Journey to the West,' features powerful character Sun Wukong with tight-lipped plot details. While platforms are unconfirmed, anticipation builds for a graphical spectacle on next-gen consoles and PC.
China's first dark matter satellite concludes in-orbit testing
The satellite's initial findings are expected to appear before the end of the year as it has completed three months of in-orbit testing, the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) said.
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